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    Black Star Pastry Is Cooking Up a Month-Long Romance-Themed (and Suitably Indulgent) Cake Menu for QT Hotels

    The cult-favourite Australian bakery will hit the Gold Coast, Perth, Newcastle, Canberra, New Zealand and Singapore for the first time, too.

  • News

    Food with a View: What To Barbecue on Your Apartment Balcony, According to a Professional Grill Master

    "There's something magical about barbecuing that goes beyond the food itself. I love how barbecuing brings people together."

  • News

    CP Staff Picks: The Best Summer BBQ Meals, According to Our Editors

    These recipes pack maximum flavour with minimal effort.

  • Guide

    The Ten Best Restaurants in Auckland

    From a famously fabulous modern Indian eatery to an Italian-inspired nook on K' Road — these are the Auckland restaurants we'd recommend to a friend (you, dear reader).

  • News

    Smoky Success: Smoking Meats, Roasting Treats and Other Eats with One Machine

    Making a delicious meal just got easier (and quicker).

  • News

    Taste Test: The Weirdest (and Best) Homemade Ice Cream Flavours for Your Next Shindig

    Raid your pantry to create some of the kookiest sweet treats ever.

Latest Openings
  • Restaurant

    Ayrburn

    1 Ayr Avenue, Arrowtown

    A recently opened precinct with eight venues (and counting).

  • Pub

    The Fork And Tap

    51 Buckingham Street, Arrowtown

    A rustic gastropub offering respite from the cold.

  • Cafe

    Ilex Café

    Christchurch Botanic Gardens, Christchurch Central City

    Go from coffee to cocktails in this light-filled cafe.

  • Cafe

    Birdwoods

    298 Middle Road, Havelock North

    A café, art gallery, sweets store and outdoor sculpture garden.

  • Restaurant

    The Green

    401 Grey Street, Hamilton

    A six-course degustation at an eight-seater chef's table.

  • Bar

    Azabu Mission Bay

    44 Tamaki Drive, Auckland

    Waterfront dining that combines Japanese cuisine with Peruvian pizzazz.

  • Bar

    Azabu Mission Bay

    44 Tamaki Drive, Auckland

    Waterfront dining that combines Japanese cuisine with Peruvian pizzazz.

  • Bar

    Puffin Wine Bar & Shop

    60 Ghuznee Street, Wellington

    Organic, biodynamic and minimal intervention drops.

  • Bar

    Glass House Kitchen

    17 Arabella Lane, Snells Beach

    Long lunches surrounded by floor-to-ceiling views.

  • Bar

    Gatherings

    2 Papanui Road, Christchurch

    Dedicated to the simple joy of local cuisine.

  • Bar

    Sunset

    63-67 Nelson Street, Auckland

    Cocktails. Dancing. Sunsets. What more do you need?

  • Bar

    The Cellar Bar

    204 Quay Street, Auckland

    With in-house DJs and cocktail specialties, keep the party going at the Viaduct's new late-night cocktail bar.

  • News

    How Sweden's Highest-Grossing Documentary Ever Makes the Personal Universal: Filip Hammar and Fredrik Wikingsson Chat 'The Last Journey'

    If this affecting film about a TV presenter recreating his childhood holidays with his 80-year-old dad inspires you to follow in its footsteps, you won’t be the first.

  • News

    'The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power' Is Returning for Season Three to Forge the One Ring

    Following a time jump, the War of the Elves and Sauron will be in the spotlight in the Prime Video series' third season.

  • News

    Falling for All Things 'Bridget Jones': Renée Zellweger, Chiwetel Ejiofor and Leo Woodall Chat 'Mad About the Boy'

    Everyone's favourite British rom-com heroine has plenty of fans on- and off-screen — the actor behind her for a quarter of a century, plus her two new co-stars, among them.

  • News

    Praise Be: The First Teaser Trailer for the Sixth and Final Season of 'The Handmaid's Tale' Is Here

    The gripping TV adaptation of Margaret Atwood's acclaimed novel returns for the last time in April 2025.

  • News

    HBO Has Finally Started Production on the Third Season of 'Euphoria' — and Here's Your First Look

    The hit show's next batch of episodes is expected to arrive in 2026, four years after season two.

  • News

    High-Octane Alert: The Trailer for Brad Pitt-Starring Racing Thriller 'F1' Will Get You Feeling the Need for Speed

    Pitt plays a former driver who returns to the track — and 'Top Gun: Maverick' filmmaker Joseph Kosinski directs.

Featured Events
  • News

    You Can Hang Van Gogh's 'Sunflowers' on Your Wall at Home — After You Recreate It with Lego

    Another iconic masterpiece has been turned into plastic bricks — 2615 of them, ready for you to build.

  • News

    "A Level of Thoughtful Indulgence": Mocha Mousse Is Pantone's Colour of the Year for 2025

    The Pantone Colour Institute's latest pick for hue of the year was chosen for being "sophisticated and lush, yet at the same time an unpretentious classic".

  • News

    Designing the Future: How the Winners of the 2024 Lexus Design Award are Fixing Hidden Issues

    The recent 2024 Lexus Design Award in New Zealand flaunted some pretty impressive young talent. 

  • News

    Lego's New 'Mona Lisa' Kit Will Let You Display Leonardo da Vinci's Masterpiece on Your Own Wall

    After turning 'The Starry Night' and 'The Great Wave' into plastic bricks, Lego is now giving another iconic painting the same treatment.

  • News

    Save the Date: Auckland Design Week Has Announced Its 2024 Lineup of Creative Talent for Its March Festival

    Come see what some of Auckland's most talented designers have to offer at this new annual event.

  • News

    Now Open: Kayu Studio Launches Furniture Showroom and Airbnb Decked Out in Its Designs

    At Kayu Casa, you can spend a weekend relaxing on one of the brand's comfy sofas before taking it home with you.

Latest Guides
  • News

    Ten of the Most-Unique and Relaxing Stays You Can Book Around Auckland

    From sprawling rainforest escapes to chic inner-city lofts, Auckland's Airbnb game is set to impress.

  • News

    Unique Stays with Breathtaking Views of New Zealand's South Island

    From rugged secluded cottages to luxurious lakeside retreats.

  • News

    Twelve Blissful Coastal Escapes You Can Book in Shoalhaven

    Escape the city for a few nights in a romantic former silo with 360-degree views or a group getaway with private beach access.

  • News

    The Most-Impressive Group Stays You Can Book in Byron Bay

    An array of waterfront villas and roomy coastal retreats ideal for a beach vacay with your besties.

  • News

    Ten of the Most Luxurious Waterfront Stays You Can Book in Auckland

    Pick a winner, pack your bags and get ready to live your best holiday life.

  • News

    Twenty of the Most-Unique Country Stays You Can Book Around NSW

    Swap the big-city hustle for some downtime in the countryside.

Trending Bars and Restaurants
  • Restaurant

    Hello Beasty

    95-97 Customs Street West

    This Asian-inspired newcomer is the debut solo effort from award-winning chef Stuart Rogan.

  • Restaurant

    Origine

    172 Quay Street, Auckland

    The magnifique French jewel in Commercial Bay's crown is the brainchild of two of the country's hospitality powerhouses Ben Bayly and Chris Martin, along with their wives.

  • Restaurant

    Ayrburn

    1 Ayr Avenue, Arrowtown

    A recently opened precinct with eight venues (and counting).

  • Restaurant

    Ken Yakitori

    89 Karangahape Road, Auckland CBD

    An ancient style of cooking that literally means 'grilled bird'.

  • Bar

    Tony's Steak & Seafood

    27 Wellesley Street West, Auckland

    If it’s a decent steak you’re after without all the glitz and glamour, Tony’s can’t be beat.

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